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Chocolate Gourami
Sphaerichthys osphromenoides
Expert Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Beautiful but very sensitive gourami requiring soft acidic blackwater conditions. Will not thrive in standard community water; needs live foods.
Water Parameters
Temperature
77 - 86 °F
Ideal: 77 - 82 °F
pH
4 - 6
GH (Hardness)
0 - 6 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
2.5"
Min Tank Size
20 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
top
School Size
6+ recommended
Bioload
low
Category
gourami